The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Leica M 50mm F1.4 2023 and the Sigma 50mm F2 C for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison The size of a lens is a crucial factor to consider when comparing two lenses. Sigma 50mm F2 C is the longer of the two lenses at 68mm. The Leica M 50mm F1.4 2023 with a length of 59mm, is 9mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Sigma 50mm F2 C also has a larger diameter of 70mm compared to the Leica M 50mm F1.4 2023's 59mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Leica M 50mm F1.4 2023 and Sigma 50mm F2 C to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Leica M 50mm F1.4 2023 and the Sigma 50mm F2 C Size and Weight The weight of a lens is equally significant as its external dimensions, particularly if you intend to handhold your camera and lens combination for extended periods. Leica M 50mm F1.4 2023 weighs 337g, which means it is 13g (3%) lighter than the Sigma 50mm F2 C which has a weight of 350g.
Filter Threads
The Leica M 50mm F1.4 2023 has a filter size of 46mm whereas the Sigma 50mm F2 C has a 58mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 46mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Leica M 50mm F1.4 2023:
And these are the 58mm filters that we recommend for the Sigma 50mm F2 C:
Lens Mounts
The Leica M 50mm F1.4 2023 has the Leica M lens mount whereas the Sigma 50mm F2 C has the Leica L lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Leica M EV1 , Leica M11-D and Pixii Max for the Leica M Mount and Leica SL3-P , Panasonic S1 II and Panasonic S1 IIE for the Leica L Mount.
Sony E mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
50mm but while Leica M 50mm F1.4 2023 has the fastest aperture of
F1.4 , the Sigma 50mm F2 C's widest aperture value is
F2.0 .
